Achilles Morpho vs Ruby Tiger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Achilles Morpho | Ruby Tiger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Morpho achilles | Phragmatobia fuliginosa |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Arctiidae |
| Size | 95-120 mm wingspan | 28-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Achilles Morpho
A medium-sized morpho with a bright blue band across dark brown-black wings. It flies rapidly through the forest understory in a distinctive bobbing pattern.
Did You Know?
Its blue band appears to flash on and off as it flies, because the brown undersides show with each wingbeat.
Ruby Tiger Moth
A small tiger moth with dark brownish-red forewings and rosy-red hindwings spotted with black. It is common across the northern hemisphere and flies both day and night.
Did You Know?
The hairy caterpillar can survive being frozen solid during winter and resumes feeding when it thaws.